Orange Cape Daisy is a sun-loving heirloom flower that brings bold, cheerful color to summer gardens with minimal fuss. Native to South Africa, this 24 to 30-inch tall daisy produces vibrant orange blooms from June through August, typically flowering 84 to 98 days from seed. Its drought tolerance and low water needs make it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking reliable summer color without constant attention, while its appeal to pollinators adds life and movement to the garden.
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Orange Cape Daisy delivers vivid, eye-catching blooms on sturdy stems over a long summer season, thriving in full sun with barely a drink once established. The plant's natural drought tolerance means it shrugs off dry spells that would stress fussier flowers, yet it still rewards regular watering during the establishment phase with faster growth and more abundant blooms. Its heirloom status speaks to decades of gardeners returning to this variety year after year for its reliable color and carefree nature.
Orange Cape Daisy is grown primarily as a cut flower and garden ornamental, bringing vibrant color to borders, beds, and bouquets. Its long stems make it well-suited for cutting, and its cheerful blooms add warmth to summer arrangements.
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Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last spring frost. Sow seeds in pots and keep soil temperature between 60 and 65°F. Cover seeds lightly with vermiculite to retain moisture, which helps germination occur in 14 to 21 days.
Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last frost date once they have developed true leaves and soil has warmed. Harden off seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions over several days before planting.
Direct sow seeds at your last frost date, sowing at a depth of 1/8 inch. Keep soil moist until seedlings emerge and establish.
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